Friday, January 4, 2019

One of my favorite gifts that I received this year for Christmas was a pair of handmade crocheted slippers from DawnRaeCrocheton Etsy.

It is true that Dawn Rae is a fellow contributor here on Review This and she is a gifted writer. I have always thought we were very blessed to have her on our team. However, she is equally gifted as a crocheter. I can now personally attest to her exceptional crochet work.I did not purchase the slippers for myself. They were a surprise gift that I will cherish for the rest of my life. After working with Dawn for more than 5 years, I consider her a dear friend. Our friendship makes the slippers even more meaningful to me. I know her hands lovingly touched and crocheted every stitch that makes up the slippers. That is much like the bounds of friendship that are strengthened by each thread of conversation, experiences, hardships, laughter and fun.

Handmade Slippers by DawnRaeCrochet

My slippers are shades of blue, which is perfect for me since blue is my favorite color. The color is beautiful and the rolls of stitches are even and tight, the thread ends are well hidden. All of these qualities, starting with the color combination choices, are proof they were made by an experienced crocheter that also happens to be a perfectionist. In the world of sales and marketing, presentation is critical. I was very impressed by the way DawnRaeCrochet packaged and shipped the slippers. They even had a "thank you" business card tied to them with a ribbon that won't damage the stitches. The card doesn't look like a traditional business card either since "thank you" is the prominent text. Just another personal touch that stands out in this world of mass production!

The Gift of Handmade Crocheted Slippers

You could also give the gift of handmade crocheted slippers, even if you don't crochet. Or treat yourself to the gift of beauty and warmth.

DawnRaeCrochetcurrently has slippers available in her Etsy shoppe. She also offers crocheted hats and blankets. All are beautiful ways to stay warm this winter!

Monday, February 13, 2017

Crocheted slipper socks are amazing. I have crocheted many pairs of slipper socks over the years, customizing the colors for friends and family. This year I bought yarn with the intention of again making slipper socks as gifts. Sadly, I have not yet found the time to crochet those gifts. But fortunately, I have found my beloved slippers socks for sale on Etsy and will review the reasons these are a favorite item with people I know.

Crocheted Slipper Socks

I have made these slipper socks off and on for many years. And I have a few friends who hint at wanting a new pair in a new color every time we see a scrap of yarn anywhere.

Today I was looking for the online pattern as I may have some time to do some crochet work. It was during that search that I found the finished slippers for sale in Etsy shops!

Why These Slipper Socks Are Recommended

I have made these slippers for a woman who often gives handmade things to her friends and family as gifts. It was intimidating to make a handmade gift for her, but I did. I gifted her with a pair of these slipper socks that I had made, and she loved them. She wore them daily and is the only person I know of that has worn a pair threadbare. She told me that was only because she wore them daily - including the daily walk down her paved driveway and to her mailbox! That is a high review if I've ever heard one.

I am able to recommend the slippers in this Etsy shop because I am familiar with the pattern. It is an excellent pattern - one that fits well. WiseAcreBoutique also offers customized sizes with your foot measurements. I am aware that this pattern is easy to adjust to unusually long, narrow, or wide fit because of the ease of adjusting the pattern.

A few reasons these slippers are socks are recommended and requested by friends:

they are made with worsted weight acrylic yarn

made with two strands of yarn - increasing warmth and softness

I have always tossed mine into the washer and dryer with no problems

the pattern creates a "heel" that is not bulky, fits well, and keeps the slipper sock in place

it seems the ridges under the heel would be uncomfortable when in fact, they provide cushioning

easy to pack in a suitcase for travel

can be made in solid and variegated yarns

the "cuff" can remain upright or be folded down - I like to fold mine down. My friends keep theirs up for added coverage

There is a good chance I will soon make the time to crochet the gifts I've been planning for my friends. Those same friends who have hinted and outright asked for a new pair. The yarn is already purchased and waiting in my closet. But it is still unlikely that I will make the time to crochet a pair for myself. Because of this, it is good to know where I can purchase a pair of these awesome slipper socks for myself.

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